We demand Excellence. We are Creative Geniuses. We are bold, non-traditional, and out of the box! We curate experiences that authentically represent who you are! We are FIERCE supporters of the Arts & Allies to the LGBTQIA+ Community! We plan weddings, social events, corporate events + virtual events that Dare to be Different.
Chicago may have been dark and gloomy on this wedding day, but inside Celeste, there was nothing to be gloomy about! With wonderful ideas from us, the venue, and Mother of the Bride/Vendor/Designer Amy Crum, we were able to convert the rooftop restaurant into a colorful, and wild flower filled celebration.
Chicago may have been dark and gloomy on this wedding day, but inside Celeste, there was nothing to be gloomy about! With wonderful ideas from us, the venue, and Mother of the Bride/Vendor/Designer Amy Crum, we were able to convert the rooftop restaurant into a colorful, and wild flower filled celebration.
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Community and experience is your number one priority. You are bold, quirky, creative and a little bit extra. You want to create the most unique and over-the-top event in the history of your community! You either know exactly what your vision is and need help executing it or you need help thinking out of the box.
Custom wedding planning is our specialty! We celebrate you and want to make your story shine. Fierce will guide you and help you realize your vision for your wedding or event where ever you are in the planning process. Sit back, relax and create a co-vision of your event with Fierce's owner and curator of experiences Laura Reitsma.
At Fierce Productions we demand excellence. We believe in integrity, inclusivity, creativity, and love! We believe hate does not belong in weddings and events! We understand each individual is unique, and we honor the differences, even if we may not understand, we are working to learn more about them.
Reviews (22)
Caryn S.
Oct 20, 2021
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Working with Fierce Productions is like planning a party with a particularly stylish, fun, and freakishly organized friend.
My wife and I knew from the moment that we met Laura that this was the person we could trust with such an important day. We wanted to throw an epic party where all of our friends felt comfortable just being themselves, and she just... got it.
And then, just a few months ahead of our big day, COVID hit.
I remember calling Laura in May of last year, on the verge of tears, to talk about postponing our September 2020 reception. Calm, cool and collected, she coordinated with
My wife and I knew from the moment that we met Laura that this was the person we could trust with such an important day. We wanted to throw an epic party where all of our friends felt comfortable just being themselves, and she just... got it.
And then, just a few months ahead of our big day, COVID hit.
I remember calling Laura in May of last year, on the verge of tears, to talk about postponing our September 2020 reception. Calm, cool and collected, she coordinated with
Jacob Y.
Oct 02, 2021
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We cannot express enough just how much Fierce Productions knocked it out of the park!! Fierce is an incredible company. With values that align with ours and highly positive referrals from friends, it was an easy choice to hire them to design and coordinate our wedding day. From the get-go Laura was honest and upfront about the planning process, how we could make our vision come true, the challenges and costs that come with a backyard wedding, and what we could expect of each other over the year we worked together.
Our introduction call with Laura was mid-pandemic so we met over Zoom. I loved that
Our introduction call with Laura was mid-pandemic so we met over Zoom. I loved that
Abby H.
Sep 25, 2021
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What do you get with Fierce: professionalism, timeliness and organization, great vision and design ideas, knowledge and experience, great connections with local vendors and other small businesses.
We cannot say ANYTHING bad about Fierce. Working with Laura during the planning process was amazing. She has all the tools and resources to help get sh*t done and ensure your wedding day is a smooth ride of excellence. We utilized her design vision and budgeting skills in addition to her wedding coordination services, all of which were a fantastic value. Laura helped refine our ideas into a GORGEOUS
We cannot say ANYTHING bad about Fierce. Working with Laura during the planning process was amazing. She has all the tools and resources to help get sh*t done and ensure your wedding day is a smooth ride of excellence. We utilized her design vision and budgeting skills in addition to her wedding coordination services, all of which were a fantastic value. Laura helped refine our ideas into a GORGEOUS
Nicholas N.
Sep 10, 2021
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I can't say enough about how much of a pleasure it was working with Laura and her team at fiercepros. Laura and her team helped manage not one, but two memorable events to celebrate our marriage. Her team helped create a memorable and unique experience that we will never forget. They also managed the complexities around all of the vendor relationships to ensure everything went great for us and our guests during these events. The day of our event we were soo lucky to have the pleasure of working with Hannah who went above and beyond to ensure bride and groom were prioritized which created an
Andrew Saenz
Jul 15, 2021
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Laura Reitsma and her team at Fierce Productions are a wonderful group to be working with and we’d highly recommend using them for wedding planning services. We met with Laura for an initial consultation and immediately felt that her creative, thoughtful
approach to helping couples dream up not only an excellent wedding, but one that would cater to their unique interests and personalities. If you don’t know what you exactly want for your wedding (or even if you do), Laura was also available to be a sounding board, to present ideas, and (most importantly) ask the couple questions that spark
approach to helping couples dream up not only an excellent wedding, but one that would cater to their unique interests and personalities. If you don’t know what you exactly want for your wedding (or even if you do), Laura was also available to be a sounding board, to present ideas, and (most importantly) ask the couple questions that spark
Bradley E.
Jun 17, 2021
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Wedding planning sucks. There is a lot of issues with crazy vendors, timing, and even the guests. Who doesn't love that weird and estranged family member that is coming to your wedding. Well here is a very simple solution to handle "Uncle Roger" and all the rigors and stress that come with planning.
Hire Laura.
That simple. Her team was kind, attentive, and dedicated to fielding our wedding during a global pandemic and helping us schedule around the chaos. Part of me thinks I should get married again just to have her plan it again. (JOKE) Overall, this was an A++ experience and
Hire Laura.
That simple. Her team was kind, attentive, and dedicated to fielding our wedding during a global pandemic and helping us schedule around the chaos. Part of me thinks I should get married again just to have her plan it again. (JOKE) Overall, this was an A++ experience and
Christine W.
Jan 27, 2021
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Laura & her team over at Fierce Productions are simply put the best decision I ever made! Their execution and communication are flawless. Laura & her team oozes creativity & they deliver! I couldn't be more grateful to have them be a part of our team. During a pandemic, there are so many unknowns; but Laura and here team were what I counted on most. I am truly grateful to them for their hard work, their talent, and their tenacity. I HIGHLY recommend hiring Laura for your next event. She has now worked on two of our corporate virtual events & has helped us deliver meaningful
Alexandria O.
Jan 20, 2021
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Laura & Team put together a fantastic event for my company's virtual holiday party! She took some of my ideas, worked with her team and brought them to life in a way I didn't know how it could happen in a virtual environment. We ended up hosting a virtual Murder Mystery party, where she found actors to perform for us, and then helped us figure out a way to do virtual karaoke. My team enjoyed the break from their work days to celebrate the Holidays in our remote world!
From email communication to execution, this team was on point. They set expectations well and overall helped us have
From email communication to execution, this team was on point. They set expectations well and overall helped us have
Sheena Wang
Dec 22, 2020
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Laura was a dream to work with and helped make our remote surprise birthday party a huge success! It's clear she's a creative but also incredibly easy to work with. Would highly recommend! There were many thoughtful touches that helped make the experience really special. Thanks again!
Laura was a dream to work with and helped make our remote surprise birthday party a huge success! It's clear she's a creative but also incredibly easy to work with. Would highly recommend! There were many thoughtful touches that helped make the experience really special. Thanks again!
Joel Schaub
Dec 08, 2020
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I have hired Fierce productions at least 5 times and they have gone over the top each time to deliver. The number one thing about them is they are RELIABLE and in my business I need to be able to count on people to deliver. Laura, Joel and the whole team have always been on time, came with a plan and bottom line get it done and make me look good.
I really love Fierce Productions and would pay for their services again because the are the real deal.
I really love Fierce Productions and would pay for their services again because the are the real deal.
Chris T.
Nov 15, 2020
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Hiring Fierce was the best decision we made for our wedding. As a pandemic couple, we had to make hundreds of difficult decisions and I feel confident saying we would not have had the beautiful and safe wedding we had if not for Laura and her team. Not only were they gender inclusive and kind, they also handled everything on our day. Any problems that arose never made it to me even afterward, and I'm so grateful for their support.
Thanks for making our wedding fierce, safe, and perfect!
Thanks for making our wedding fierce, safe, and perfect!
Jess B.
Oct 19, 2020
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Fierce Productions was great for our wedding! Laura (owner) and her team did a COVID wedding giveaway and as the winner of the giveaway, Laura provided professional, timely, and well-organized services. She is an ally for the LGBTQ+ community, and was excited for all of our ideas as we are very non-traditional. She also brainstormed other ideas, and helped bring our wedding day vision together! I would recommend Laura not only for weddings, but also other events. Her team had our wedding timeline down to the minute and everything went very smoothly (I would not have known if something actually
Ali Barrett
Oct 02, 2020
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We had our 1st and hopefully last Virtual Company Christmas party! Fierce Production put together an awesome experience. Laura, Jefferson and Tyler did a great job making it an amazing time. We had a little issues with the spelling of our company name but STILL it was great.
Jefferson and Tyler kept us laughing and engaged and we ended on time.
Our employees raved about how great it was. Thank you Fierce Production.
Jefferson and Tyler kept us laughing and engaged and we ended on time.
Our employees raved about how great it was. Thank you Fierce Production.
Tara O.
Apr 01, 2020
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Laura and her team are incredible in what they do. We had a beautiful wedding planned in April (thanks to Laura). Once the Coronavirus pandemic began they were calling and sending emails to our venue/vendors to ensure we can be rescheduled without any additional cost to us. It really helped ease our worry. Couldn't thank all of them enough. If you are looking for A party planner that really cares about their clients feierce productions is what you're looking for.
Christina P.
Mar 17, 2020
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Ashley K.
Jan 10, 2020
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Laura and the Fierce productions did an amazing job planning and executing our annual holiday party! She was extremely organized, responsive, and was always willing to offer advice or creative ideas.
Laura put a lot of thought into everything that she touched, from the seating at the venue to the timeline of our party, to our decor. She made sure that everything was taken care of and I felt extremely comfortable the day of the party.
We cannot thank you enough for taking such great care of our team and planning the best holiday party that we've had yet!
Laura put a lot of thought into everything that she touched, from the seating at the venue to the timeline of our party, to our decor. She made sure that everything was taken care of and I felt extremely comfortable the day of the party.
We cannot thank you enough for taking such great care of our team and planning the best holiday party that we've had yet!
Kathryn Schmidt
Jul 18, 2019
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Laura from Fierce Productions is the BEST in the biz! Our very first meeting with her was a “real talk” budget discussion where she helped my fiancé and me adjust our plans for our big day to fit a more realistic and practical vision. She was straightforward, professional, flexible, and extremely dedicated to and enthusiastic about helping plan our event. She recommended several of our vendors for the big day (ReVrb Sound, The Flower Girl Company, Allie Appel Photography) and each and every one of them knocked it out of the park. Laura also put together a killer team of day-of coordinators
Charisse B.
Jul 18, 2019
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We had an unforgettable, unique, "party-of-the-decade" wedding and we couldn't have done it without Fierce.
Sure, everyone says they couldn't do it without a planner, but we truly understand that this team was special and any other team would have resulted in a less perfect wedding for us.
Here are the qualities that made Fierce outstanding:
1. Unicorn-whisperers - In our first meeting, Laura was keen at highlighting the quirky things that were special to us. That meeting was all about listening to who we were as people, our dreams and expectations for the big day, and
Sure, everyone says they couldn't do it without a planner, but we truly understand that this team was special and any other team would have resulted in a less perfect wedding for us.
Here are the qualities that made Fierce outstanding:
1. Unicorn-whisperers - In our first meeting, Laura was keen at highlighting the quirky things that were special to us. That meeting was all about listening to who we were as people, our dreams and expectations for the big day, and
Michael R.
Jun 26, 2019
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I had the opportunity to work with Laura on June 1st for an amazing couple at the Adler Planetarium. I have been DJing since 2005 and I have seen my share of good and great event planners. But Laura is FIERCE and she and her team is in a class all by themselves.
What I witnessed was a woman who had everything under control, an answer for every question from multiple vendors, and a flexible timeline which is crucial. Something always comes up at an event and it's how the individual or team handle's it, is what makes them FIERCE.
Friends. When you or whoever is in your respected
What I witnessed was a woman who had everything under control, an answer for every question from multiple vendors, and a flexible timeline which is crucial. Something always comes up at an event and it's how the individual or team handle's it, is what makes them FIERCE.
Friends. When you or whoever is in your respected
Chris L.
Apr 16, 2019
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Fierce Productions made our wedding a lovely symphony!
My partner and I work in advertising/marking space, and I often plan and manage events for my job. We were immediately impressed by Laura. We liked her style, and as her company name accurately states, she is FIERCE! Fierce Productions manages events at the Colvin House, a lovely mansion on Chicago's north side. My partner and I did quite a bit of the planning before we hired Fierce Productions, but as we drew closer to the event date we knew we needed a trusted planning professional to make sure everything went perfect the day of the
My partner and I work in advertising/marking space, and I often plan and manage events for my job. We were immediately impressed by Laura. We liked her style, and as her company name accurately states, she is FIERCE! Fierce Productions manages events at the Colvin House, a lovely mansion on Chicago's north side. My partner and I did quite a bit of the planning before we hired Fierce Productions, but as we drew closer to the event date we knew we needed a trusted planning professional to make sure everything went perfect the day of the
Derek O.
Dec 29, 2018
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Laura is truly an incredible wedding planner! When we first started thinking about the wedding, we knew we wanted to have it in New England, but we really didn't know of any venues on the East Coast. It was a daunting prospect to try to sort through all the options. We discussed our plans with Laura and she came back to us with a really extensive list of venues that fit our budget and style. We went through them together and she promptly reached out to the coordinators at the places we liked. Pretty soon after our meeting we were able to select the venue based on her research and it ended
Richard B.
Oct 29, 2018
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I attended my friend Ginny and Derek's wedding in Harpswell, Maine and was thoroughly impressed-and was actually blown away-by the amazing attention to detail that Fierce Productions provided for their nuptials. No snags, no delays, everything turned out absolutely brilliant. So happy they chose this production company and that their wedding was a smash. Thank you!
